Understanding the Major Parts of the Human Brain
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Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling voluntary movements and translating thoughts to actions?

  • Neurons
  • Cerebellum (correct)
  • Brain stem
  • Cerebrum
  • What is the primary function of the occipital lobe of the brain?

  • Hearing and word recognition
  • Vision (correct)
  • Personality and emotions
  • What we feel
  • Who stated that brain cells regenerate throughout life?

  • Doug Postels (correct)
  • A pediatric neurosurgeon in New Orleans
  • Sue Rusche
  • Co-author of 'False Messenger'
  • What are the basic functional units of the nervous system?

    <p>Neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain accounts for 85% of the brain’s weight?

    <p>Cerebrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of the brain connects the spinal cord and brain and controls functions that keep us alive?

    <p>Brain stem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the creation of pathways for brain cells to communicate?

    <p>Synaptogenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substance destroys the outer lining of nerve cells, making them unable to communicate with each other?

    <p>Inhalants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of marijuana on memory, learning, and reaction time?

    <p>Hinders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substance destroys the neurons responsible for producing serotonin, a crucial mood-controlling chemical?

    <p>Ecstasy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who invented the mind mapping technique?

    <p>Tony Buzan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dominance is associated with quickly getting a feeling for a situation, creativity, and intuition?

    <p>Right-brain dominance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does good mental health help a person do?

    <p>Make good decisions and deal with life’s challenges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can protect self-esteem and body image from media messages?

    <p>Being a critical viewer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does body image refer to?

    <p>How one views their physical self (attractiveness and likability).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can significantly influence a person's self-esteem during puberty development?

    <p>Media images and other outside influences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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